Safety, Service, and Security: California Highway Patrol celebrates its 95th year

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Today, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) celebrates 95 years of dedicated service to the state of California. Founded in 1929, the CHP has upheld its mission to ensure the safe and secure transport of people and goods across California's highways while offering exceptional service to the motoring public.

Since its inception, the CHP has been grounded in its core values of courtesy and service. The agency's original mission focused on providing a unified approach to enforcing traffic safety laws and addressing the needs of the public. Over the decades, the CHP has adapted to numerous challenges and changes, continually embracing these foundational principles.

The CHP's commitment to safety, service, and security has been a cornerstone of its operations, reflecting its long-standing dedication to the people of California. As the agency marks this significant milestone, it reaffirms its pledge to uphold these values and continue its mission of protecting and serving the state’s highways and communities.